Walking down the streets of el Barrio de Alfama transports you back to the past when it was under Arab rule. Fisherman and groups of craftsmen comprised this neighbourhood that has until now maintained its whimsical urban qualities that contribute to its special charm. Its streets go along the battlegrounds of the Castillo de Sao Jorge, which, during another time period, was the fortress of the Arab governor. Alfama is a popular neighbourhood that is the oldest and best preserved in Lisbon.
You would enjoy strolling through the Alfama, the medieval neighborhood on the hill overlooking the main city, with buildings dating back many hundreds of years, still occupied by friendly people living in a simple, old-fashioned manner.